The Department of Correctional Services has taken disciplinary action against four prison wardens and had them suspended following the February death of a high-risk inmate at Goodwood Correctional Centre, with investigations revealing concerning operational challenges at the overcrowded facility. Inmate Killed During Unauthorised Routine During a standard morning inmate count on February 16, 44-year-old Quinton […]
The Economic Freedom Fighters (EFF) in Gauteng are preparing to stage a protest march on Friday morning targeting Kleinfontein, a controversial Afrikaner-exclusive enclave. Located to the east of Pretoria, Kleinfontein is a self-proclaimed Afrikaner-only community founded in 1992. Spanning more than 900 hectares, this settlement in north-eastern Gauteng houses around 1 500 residents. EFF TO […]
Beginner’s guide to camping | The Citizen
Being in nature feeds the soul and dissolves stress. It doesn’t really matter when you start camping, but whenever you do, it’s impossible not to fall in love with it. There is something about being in nature, somewhat exposed to the elements, that feeds the soul. And camping in a tent, roughing it slightly without […]
Judgment is expected to be delivered on Friday in the trial of Kelly Smith and two others in the high court in Saldanha Bay concerning the disappearance of six-year-old Joshlin Smith.
Thabo Masoga is now a security guard
Former Skeem Saam star Thabo Masoga has revealed his dramatic career shift from television actor to bank security guard in Limpopo. The 53-year-old performer, once known for his powerful portrayal of landlord Ananius on the popular SABC1 drama, now protects a financial institution by day while living in modest accommodations. A Life Rebuilt From Scratch […]
A technical failure in South Africa’s sole driving licence card printer has brought all card production to a standstill, causing significant delays for Tshwane motorists awaiting new or renewed licences. The City of Tshwane confirmed that the glitch has affected all its licensing centres, preventing the issuance of cards. The National Department of Transport reported […]
The coach and captain of the Junior Springboks sang the team’s praises for being able to adapt their game plan against a tough Argentina side. Junior Springbok captain Riley Norton said he “couldn’t be prouder” after his side turned their U20 Rugby Championship match against Argentina on its head to secure the victory on Thursday. […]
While one can keep his cabal out of jail without pardons, the other deals with insurrectionists by doing nothing The prospect of US President Donald Trump and SA President Cyril Ramaphosa speaking face-to-face in the coming days seems somewhat fraught as an irresistible force meets an immovable object, or at least as an irresistible farce […]
Technicians in Tshwane will carry out essential maintenance at the Plessy Substation on Thursday, 2 May, prompting a planned nine-hour power outage in the Rosslyn Industrial Area. The outage will last from 8:00 to 17:00, as the city works to boost the reliability and efficiency of its electricity network. During the shutdown, teams will service […]
Setting the foundation for what will be a year’s worth of Air Max 95 dominance, Nike is kicking things off strong with a lineup of fresh releases, anniversary editions, and bold reworks that put the iconic silhouette back in the spotlight. Part of that lineup includes the Nike Air Max 95 OG Big […]